What is an Alert?
The Alert content type in Drupal is typically configured to handle time-sensitive messages that need to be visible across the website, such as:
- Maintenance notifications
- News announcements
- Alerts for system downtime
- Temporary warnings or promotions
The alert will appear as banner that is present across the top of every page on a website.
How to use an Alert
Add and Publish an Alert
- Go to Content > Add content > Alert.
- Fill in the Title (e.g., "Scheduled Maintenance").
- Add the Body (e.g., "Our website will undergo maintenance from 2 PM to 4 PM on February 6th").
- Save and Publish:

Tips for Using Alerts
- One at a Time: Only one alert can be actively published on your site at a time
- Timely Updates: Alerts are great for showing time-sensitive information. Be sure to remove or update them after they expire to avoid clutter.
- Clear and Concise: Keep the messages short and to the point.